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49013 Insurance Policy Changes

CPT 49013, in plain terms, covers A procedure to control severe bleeding in the pelvis by packing the area with gauze to stop blood loss from trauma. No tracked policy changes reference CPT 49013 yet. New payer updates are added daily, so check back soon or create a free alert to be notified the moment a change affects this code.

Official descriptor: CPT 49013 on AAPC

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REFERENCE DATA

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  • BCBS Michigan · Effective October 13, 2026

    Prior authorization required in some cases

    BCBSM and BCN procedure codes for which providers must request prior authorization (commercial lines)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Does BCBS Michigan require prior authorization for 49013?

BCBS Michigan lists 49013 on BCBSM and BCN procedure codes for which providers must request prior authorization (commercial lines) for commercial plans, with conditions (list dated October 13, 2026). Verify with the payer before scheduling.

What insurance policy changes affect CPT 49013?

No policy changes affecting CPT 49013 have been tracked yet. Check back as coverage expands.

Which payers have updated policy for CPT 49013?

No payer-specific updates have been tracked for CPT 49013 yet.

How do I get notified when CPT 49013 policy changes?

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Why do payers change policies for CPT 49013?

Payers revise policies for individual billing codes to align with updated clinical guidelines, CMS rule changes, fraud and abuse prevention measures, or network cost-management goals. Changes can affect medical necessity criteria, place-of-service restrictions, bundling rules, or whether a code requires prior authorization.

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